Independent Domestic and Sexual Violence Advocate

The First Step
£29,984 - £33,100 a year
England
Full time
3 weeks ago

Job Description

Job Title: Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocate (IDSVA)
Location: Knowsley, Merseyside
Reports To: IDSVA Manager
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Salary: £29,984.10 – £33,100 (dependent on IDVA qualification and experience)
Benefits: 6% employer pension contribution

Closing Date for Applications: 22nd August

Interveiws will take place on the 9th & 10th of September

Contract length: 3 Years with an opportunity to go to 5 years.

About The First Step

The First Step is a dedicated charity supporting victims and survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. We provide safe, empowering, and trauma-informed services that help individuals regain control over their lives. We are currently seeking a passionate and experienced Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocate (IDSVA) to join our team in Knowsley.

Job Purpose

As an IDSVA, you will provide short- to medium-term support and advocacy for clients assessed as being at high risk of serious harm or homicide from a current or former partner or family member. You’ll work directly with victims and survivors to assess risk, develop safety plans, and provide expert guidance across legal, housing, safeguarding, and criminal justice pathways.

You’ll also attend and represent clients at MARAC (Multi-Agency Risk Assessment Conference), and work collaboratively with a range of agencies to improve client safety and outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

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Essential Requirements

Desirable

Additional Information

The full job description is available on our website, including a full list of benefits.

To apply, please follow the link to The First Steps website and submit a completed application form through the online portal.
The First Step is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 36 months

Pay: £29,984.10-£33,100.00 per year

Benefits:

Schedule:

Work Location: In person

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